Tracking Parabolic
Solar Collector -- George's Plans

Normally I am pretty skeptical of
plans and guides for solar projects offered for sale over the internet.
Most of them are scams. But, George's plans for the Tracking Parabolic
Collector are an exception.

George has done a great job on these
plans. They are very detailed, clearly written, and provide good photos
and illustrations for every step. Full size templates for the key parts
are also included. It can often be frustrating to find parts and
materials for internet projects -- to make this easier, George has stuck to
commonly available parts and materials, and lists sources (often multiple
sources) for all of the parts and materials. He has also included a lot of
the design logic that lead to the final design -- this can be quite helpful if
you are considering a variation on George's design.

The other thing that you get with the
plans is George himself to answer questions and consult with. I've
exchanged a number of emails with George, and I've no doubt that he will come
through on this promise.

George sent me a draft copy of the
plans, and I've read them cover to cover -- I can recommend them without
hesitation. If you are seriously thinking about building a concentrating
solar collector, I'd say that its worth getting these plans as a reference even
if you don't plan on building exactly the same setup as George did.